WHERE TO SURF · GROUP SURF LESSONS IN THE USA
Every trip has one free morning too few. These 15 group surf lessons in the USA justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back in the water.
Learn to surf in Kihei with a small group, friendly instructors, included gear, and a free second lesson if you do not get surfing.
“So great for beginners. You will definitely catch a wave. My 17 and 11 year old both got up. Instruction was clear.”
Learn to surf at Waikiki with Hans Hedemann Surf. This two-hour beginner lesson includes gear, coaching, lockers, and small-group water time.
“Great staff here. Very patient and they made sure everyone had fun and was successful. You should do this if you get a chance.”
Learn what to expect from Stoke Drift’s private Waikiki surf lesson, including coaching, price, safety, timing, photos, and who should book.
“Great! Stood up and caught so many waves! It was my first time and the teacher was super helpful! Highly recommend”
Learn to surf at Kalama Beach in Kihei with warm water, gentle waves, patient coaches, equipment, parking, and small groups.
“My teens took a surf lesson and loved it. Pablo was the instructor. Wish we would have taken the class in the beginning of our trip. Awesome experience for them.”
Review of Maui Lahaina’s small-group surf lesson, with beginner-friendly instruction, gear, pricing, timing, photos, and practical tips.
“My experience was so incredible! I had so much fun despite rainy and choppy weather, and all of the surf guides were so nice!! I had such a wonderful time! Thank you to all of the people at Royal Surf!”
Review of Ohana Surf Project’s Waikiki lessons, with shuttle pickup, patient instructors, family options, gear, pricing, and practical tips.
“The kids enjoyed the surfing class. Everything run smooth from getting us from the hotel, to the lesson, and coming back. Instructors were nice, took good care of us and made sure we all had fun. Would highly recommend.”
Learn to surf Waikiki in a small two-hour class with professional instructors, safety coaching, equipment, and plenty of time on the waves.
“Amazing experience!! Must do in Hawaii. The thrill you get from surfing is addicting.”
Learn to surf in Maui with a small group, patient instructors, provided gear, reef shoes, and beginner-friendly waves near Lahaina.
“The instructors are very patient, understanding, and encouraging. Their basic instructions to stand were very helpful.”
Review of Fun Surf LA’s Santa Monica surf lesson, with costs, timing, gear, group size, instructor tips, and advice for beginners.
“Meeting and learning with different people from different places was fun and delightful! We were all different levels and we all supported each other and enjoyed the waters together with our instructors.”
Review of Sea Maui Surf’s Kaanapali Beach group lesson, with costs, age rules, equipment, fitness tips, timing, and honest advice.
“It was a great experience. Great instructor!!!! He helped us learn, he took his time, and I was able to ride for the first time ever!!!!”
Learn what to expect from a private Lahaina surf lesson, including coaching, equipment, pricing, timing, family fit, and booking tips.
“Our guides were fantastic. They did a great job of teaching us the basics before we got in the ocean. My whole family felt safe and comfortable throughout the experience. The guides were very knowledgeable, patient and helpful. We were all successful surfers by the time we were finished. The location was great and we were even able to watch whales jumping and playing in the ocean as we waited for waves. Be sure to wear a lot of sunscreen on the back of your legs… we did get fairly burned since you’re lying on your stomach as you wait for waves.”
Learn what to expect from Kauai’s Ultimate Group Surf Lesson, including gear, instructors, safety, price, parking, waves, and booking tips.
“The whole family (parents and adolescent daughter and young adult daughter) loved it! Great instructor. We learned a lot and felt safe. One should however be careful as there are some big rocks one could fall on. Very close to the beach you have another beach where you can spot beutiful turtles (a good time to be sure to see them is approximatly at 6pm, or early morning). All in all a great experience which we would highly recommend if you would like to learn how to surf!”
Learn to surf Waikiki with small-group coaching, quality gear, flexible times, and practical tips for choosing this 90-minute lesson.
“Great lessons fun and knowledgeable staff! We had 2 13 year olds and they learned so much and were carry over the skills taught and surf unaided independently during our stay.”
Learn to surf at South Pointe Beach in a small Miami Beach class with a board included, certified instructors, and flexible cancellation.
“The care the instructor showed for each individual participant.”
Review of Ka'anapali Beach's small-group surf lesson, with practical tips on timing, instructors, gear, parking, photography, and value.
“I had a great time learning to surf! The instructions to find the meeting spot were vague, so it's probably a good thing they say to arrive 30 minutes before your start time. The instructor called me and directed me to where the tour was starting. There was no yellow umbrella to look out for, which led to my confusion. However the lesson itself was easy to follow and after about 20 minutes we went into the water. Everyone in the session stood up at least once. The instructors were great at finding waves and telling us when to paddle and stand up. Definitely recommend.”
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